| | | | first Look : FZ1 & FZ1 Fazer |  Written: 03/04/2007 : 14:11. Read 10373 times (26/day). | | The integrality of this filed article is for Premium Members. | Launched at Intermot in autumn 2000, the original FZS1000 Fazer – more commonly referred to in the motorcycle world as the Fazer 1000 – has come to be regarded as one of the most exciting high-performance all-rounders. With its strong and flexible engine performance, excellent rider and passenger comfort, and the ability to perform well in almost any riding situation, the 1,000 cc Fazer has established an excellent reputation.
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Since its launch many developments have taken place, both in the world of machine design, and also with respect to the demands and expectations of today’s sports and supersport riders.
Developed using the most advanced engine and chassis technology – much of it from the latest R1 –
this aggressively-styled high-specification machine is built to deliver the most exciting performance ever seen in the sports bike class.
With a specially-developed high-torque engine and lightweight aluminium chassis, the faired FZ1 Fazer can handle everything from secondary road carving through to commuting and touring.
FZ1
Featuring the same R1-based engine and aluminium chassis, this muscular one-litre sports bike is built to deliver brutal performance in the mid-range, combined with day-to-day versatility. And with radical bodywork and compact dimensions.
Instant power and unrivalled mid-range riding fun
The base 2005 R1 engine has been re-tuned to develop a massive pulse of mid-range torque for instant throttle response and performance over a wide range of engine speeds.
At the same time, the stock R1 gearing has been reviewed, and gears 5 and 6 now run with revised ratios in order to optimise the outstanding mid-range punch.
In addition to the specially developed engine and gearbox, Yamaha have designed a completely new cast aluminium chassis and athletic new bodywork that have been developed specifically for the FZ1 and FZ1 Fazer.
Specially-tuned version of the R1 engine
The new FZ1 and FZ1 Fazer are powered by a specially-tuned version of the latest R1’s 998 cc in-line 4-cylinder engine.
The basic architecture of the FZ1/FZ1 Fazer engine remains virtually identical to the base R1 unit: it is a 998 cc liquid-cooled DOHC in-line four-cylinder 5-valve engine with fuel injection, running with bore and stroke dimensions of 77 x 53.6 mm. And with identical crankcases, pistons, cylinder and cylinder head.
Some of the features that are carried straight across from the R1 include lightweight forged pistons, a highly rigid closed deck cylinder desi ...
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